Domaine André & Lucas Rieffel

Three generations, one vision

Located in the village of Mittelbergheim, in the heart of Alsace, Domaine André et Lucas Rieffel is a multi-generational family estate whose history dates back to 1946, when Julien Rieffel began bottling and selling his own wines, at a time when polyculture was still the norm in the region. The second generation, led by André Rieffel from 1971, expanded the vineyard and strengthened its focus on wine production, notably through the acquisition of parcels in prestigious sites such as the Grand Cru Kirchberg de Barr. 

It is with the arrival of Lucas Rieffel in 1996 that the domaine entered a new phase. Influenced by leading figures of modern Alsace such as André Ostertag, Lucas progressively rethought both vineyard work and cellar practices, moving away from conventional farming toward a more sustainable and expressive approach. The estate, now covering around 10 hectares across Mittelbergheim, Barr and Andlau, includes holdings in key Grand Crus such as Zotzenberg, Wiebelsberg and Kirchberg de Barr, alongside a range of notable lieux-dits. The diversity of soils and exposures allows for a wide palette of Alsatian varieties, with a particular emphasis on Sylvaner, Riesling and Pinot Noir. 

Converted to organic farming in the early 2000s and certified from the 2012 vintage, the domaine has steadily refined its practices with a focus on soil life, controlled yields and balanced ripeness. In the cellar, fermentations rely on indigenous yeasts, with gentle extraction, long ageing on lees and a restrained use of sulfur, all aimed at preserving the integrity of the fruit and the expression of each terroir. 

Today, Domaine Rieffel stands as part of a broader movement redefining Alsace wines: less driven by technical precision alone, and more focused on authenticity, drinkability and site expression. Without seeking attention, Lucas Rieffel has established a clear and consistent identity, producing wines that combine depth, energy and a strong sense of place.